Saelemaekers sheds light on new role, Allegri and the ‘honour’ of playing with Modric

Alexis Saelemaekers has confirmed that he is enjoying his new role at AC Milan, and had nothing but praise for Luka Modric.

Milan made it back to back wins in Serie A as they beat Bologna 1-0 at San Siro on Sunday night, with Modric the match-winner. He scored the only goal on the hour mark and the assist came from Saelemaekers, who cut the ball back from the right flank.

In addition to having the assist for the winning goal, it was another performance full of endeavour and hard work from Saelemaekers. The Belgian is quickly becoming an essential component of the team, and that comes after he shone for his country over the international break too.

‘We have to be humble’

Saelemaekers spoke to DAZN after the full-time whistle to offer his thoughts on the post-break win and what it means to Milan early in the season. His comments were relayed by MilanNews.

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Do you like this wing-back role you have been given?

“I think it’s a position I really like. I can come from the back and attack hard. Then I’m covered by Tomori. I’m happy for the team and for Luka [Modric], who played a great match.

“I watched him as a kid, and now I play with him. It’s an honour for me. He’s an incredible man off the pitch, and we’re happy to have him here with us. He’s a humble guy, but he’s the one who does everything with goals.”

How are things with Allegri?

“The coach has done a great job since day one. The team has the determination to achieve something great. We have to be humble and keep going.”